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TOM PADDINGTON ran a cracking race to finish fifth in the Cesarewitch nearly a fortnight ago and has every chance of picking up a decent prize when he returns to Newmarket for the Lanson Champagne Rated Stakes today, writes Y Cymro.
Connections have been looking for a bit of cut in the ground for him all season, but it has been difficult to come across and Hughie Morrison's veteran would have found it quicker than he liked behind Landing Light.
He clearly retains plenty of ability, though, despite a career-threatening injury that kept him off the track for over three years, and his efforts this season indicate there is a race to be won with him before long. A bit of rain would be a real bonus.
Neville Callaghan's Russian Ruby can make it three wins on the bounce in the Listed EBF Bosra Sham Fillies' Stakes.
This daughter of Vettori has enjoyed a purple patch lately, winning on her last two runs.
Russian Ruby has already won over today's course distance, taking a competitive nursery event earlier this month in good style.


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Whether you think it's too soon for fall flavors or you're totally over the summer heat, there's one thing we can all agree on: pumpkin spice is delicious. There's nothing quite like that first whiff of pumpkin spice, that's reminiscent of cozy days filled with flannels and autumn activities with our family.
We're here to help you get a jump start on the next season with fall flavors and scents — like tangy yogurts, sweet pumpkin pie gelato, and seasonally scented candles. Here are all the must-have pumpkin spice products for this year.
1. Starbucks Bottled Pumpkin Spice Latte
While it's no shocker that Starbucks PSL will return, it is news that a pre-made, bottled version of the delicious pumpkin spice latte will be hitting grocery stores this month. You better believe we'll be picking one of these up!
Available in stores this month
2. Pumpkin Spice Cheerios
The limited-edition Cheerios are coming back! According to PopSugar, General Mills confirmed that the pumpkin spice cereal will be on shelves this month. Get your spoons out and stock up on milk!
Available in stores later this month
3. Burt's Bees Pumpkin Spice Lip Balm
Are you a diehard pumpkin spice fan? Then you'll be all about this natural lip balm. You can keep the flavor in reach all year long!
Available from Target, $3.29
4. Pumpkin Spice Eggo Waffles
Kick off your morning the best way possible by indulging in a warm, pumpkin spice Eggo waffle.
Available in Target stores
5. Pumpkin Spice Milanos
Who doesn't love snuggling up on a cool day and snacking on Milanos? Pepperidge Farm has taken this classic cookie to the next level by releasing a pumpkin spice-flavored version. Yum!
Available from Walmart, $2.98
6. Pumpkin Spice Malted Milk Balls
Gift your fall-loving friend this decadent treat and they'll love you forever. These crunchy pumpkin spice malted milk balls make for the perfect seasonal treat.
Available from Nuts.com, $9.99
7. Sweet Harvest Pumpkin Tea
There's no better way to get into a fall mood than by sipping on a pumpkin-flavored cup of tea. Just picture it — a warm mug on a Sunday morning (before the kids wake up). Bliss.
Available from Celestial Seasonings, $3.49
8. Talenti Pumpkin Pie Gelato
Want to indulge in those fall flavors without letting go of the summer weather? Talenti's pumpkin pie gelato is the perfect solution. The bits of pie crust mixed in with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and (of course) pumpkin make this the perfect frozen treat.
Available in stores
9. Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Candle
Is it even autumn if you don't have a pumpkin spice candle warming up your home? Bath and Body Works' seasonal collection is always top notch when it comes to pumpkin spice scents.
Available from Bath and Body Works, $22.50
10. White Pumpkin Pie M&Ms
While some were up in arms about the too-soon arrival of these seasonally flavored M&Ms, who's going to turn down a chance to taste test some chocolate? According to TODAY, the white pumpkin pie M&Ms are available at Walmart and other retailers this month.
Available in stores this month
11. Siggi's Pumpkin and Spice Yogurt
Whether you add tasty granola or blend it into your morning smoothie, this pumpkin and spice yogurt is sure to start your day off right. We can't wait to get our hands on this delicious breakfast when it hits Whole Foods and other retailers in September!
Available in Whole Foods and other retailers next month
12. Halo Top Pumpkin Pie
Halo Top, which is known for being a low-calorie and high-protein dessert, just got even better. Their next flavor is pumpkin pie and we cannot wait to give it a taste test.
Available in stores and online
13. Dunkin' Donuts Pumpkin Coffee
Dunkin' Donuts is jumping in early on the trend. They announced the return of their pumpkin coffee, as well as donuts and cream cheese. All will be available later this month. We'll be getting our pumpkin fix sooner rather than later!
Available in Dunkin' Donuts locations starting August 28
14. Pumpkin Spice Quaker Oatmeal
There's nothing more comforting than a big bowl of pumpkin spice oatmeal on a chilly morning. It may be a little too soon to dive right into this breakfast, but it sure is delicious.
Available in Target stores
15. Pumpkin Spice Life Cereal
If you're not a Cheerios fan, Life has got you covered. The cereal is currently available in a limited-edition pumpkin spice flavor. Imagine how good this will taste with almond milk!
Available from Target, $2.99
16. Mrs. Thinster's Pumpkin Spice Cookies
These tasty cookie thins seem like the perfect thing to pair with your PSL. Hand them out to your kids as a seasonal snack or treat yourself to a midday dessert. Delish!
Available in Target, Walmart, and Costco stores
17. Pumpkin Noosa Yoghurt
Let's just discuss how this velvety yogurt features real pumpkin puree and a touch of wildflower honey. Does that not sound amazing? It's basically like eating pumpkin pie for breakfast!
Available in Target and Whole Foods stores
18. Pumpkin Pie Clif Bar
As parents, we know a little something about eating breakfast on the go. Thanks to this Clif Bar energy snack, we can get our pumpkin spice fix while running after our toddlers or driving carpool!
Available from Clif Bar starting September 1

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Grace's life verse is Psalm 73:28: "But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign LORD my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds."(NIV) She loves to tell stories about how God has worked in her life and through her work.
She is actively involved in at Faith Christian Reformed Church in Elmhurst, IL.
Cooking and sharing her home with friends and family who pass through the Chicago area give her great joy. She is the aunt to a nephew and two nieces, five grand nephews and three grand nieces.
Trees and the outdoors provide refreshment and renewal. One of her favorite activities is walking in the Morton Arboretum.
|MS Medical-Surgical Nursing, Northern Illinois University, IL
|BS Biology, Wheaton College, IL
|Diploma Nursing, West Suburban Hospital School of Nursing, Oak Park, IL
Professional Experience
NCF Missions Director, 1999-2015
|Adjunct Faculty, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL, 2002 - 2005
|World Relief, Carol Stream, IL,1999 - 2002
Health Program Development Associate: US
|Luke Society, Inc., Vicksburg, MS,1991 - 1999
Community Health Programs Director/Domestic Ministry Coordinator
|Christian Reformed World Relief Committee, Grand Rapids, MI,1985 - 1991
Health Consultant to Uganda, East Africa
|West Suburban College of Nursing, Oak Park, IL,1982 - 1984
Assistant Professor of Nursing
|West Suburban Hospital School of Nursing, Oak Park, IL,1972 - 1982
Science Instructor, Nurse Educator
|Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL, 1971 - 1972
Part-time College Health Nurse
|West Suburban Hospital, Oak Park, IL, 1970 - 1972
Part-time staff nurse
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Tazelaar, G & Newhof, C. (2015) Empowering Toward Shalom: The Lay Health Movement. In B. L. Meyers, E. Dufault-Hunter & I. B. Voss (Eds.), Health Healing and Shalom (pp.233-247). Pasadena, CA: William Carey Library.
Tazelaar, G. Challenges and Trends in Global Healthcare Missions. Journal of Christian Nursing. July-September 2011.
Seager, G., Seager, C. and Tazelaar, G. The Perils and Promise of Short-Term Healthcare Missions. Journal of Christian Nursing. July-September 2010
Tazelaar, G. Good out of HIV/AIDS? Journal of Christian Nursing. January-March 2007
Tazelaar, G. Book Review: "Health, Healing & Wholeness: Engaging Congregations in Ministries of Health" by Mary Chase-Ziolek. Health and Development. 2005: 25(3):23-25.
Journal of Christian Nursing. Winter 2004. Guest theme editor. Global Health: A New Look
Tazelaar, G. Caring Across Cultures: Preparing for Effective Missionary Nursing. Madison, WI: NCF Press. 2003.
Tazelaar, G. Embracing Shalom. Journal of Christian Nursing. Accepted for publication Spring 2001.
Tazelaar, G. and Pyper, J. Teen Treasures. Journal of Christian Nursing. 1999 16(2):31-34.
Tazelaar, G. Increasing Access to Health Care with Lay Health Personnel. Health and Development. 1993. 4(3):3-9.


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> The Charles D. Wilson Fund provides scholarships to assist students in college or seminary preparing for the ministry and includes pursuit of undergraduate and graduate degrees. It also provides funds to underwrite the cost of visiting lecturers and other programs to increase the skills and knowledge of the churches' professional servants in the Conference.
> The Charles L. Burns 2020 Vision Fund provides funds to help new church starts purchase land in Florida and assist churches, particularly but not exclusively new church starts, with the securing of premises to enable their growth.
> The Church Development Fund provides matching awards/grants to local UCC churches for experimentation with new kinds of ministry or for revitalization and renewal programs and projects.
> Jackson Interfaith Fund provides matching awards/grants for creating multi-faith community within the Conference by utilizing arts and music, as well as participation in the rituals and liturgies led by members of the various faith communities. Awards can be used for honoraria, travel, program resources and scholarships.
> The Naar Memorial Fund provides scholarships for enabling underprivileged young people from UCC churches in Florida to attend camps and conferences.
> The People Empowerment Fund provides matching awards/grants for programs and events that support justice advocacy for minority groups. Awards/grants are available for established churches or groups within a UCC church in good standing with the Conference.
> The Plymouth Women's Fellowship Fund provides scholarships to college students in The United Church of Christ.
> The Roger G. Wells Fund provides matching awards/grants to be used to provide formative Christian learning and recreational experiences for children and youth of any denomination in settings beyond the local church.
> The Sun City Center Continuing Education Fund provides scholarships to theological students pursuing an education in Christian Leadership in The United Church of Christ.
> The Ward Family Fund provides awards/grants to support continuing educational opportunities for ministers in the Conference and other needs ministers may have.
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In an effort to support our mission of preparing students for college life and beyond, educators here on the Mountain have instituted approaches to learning that are proven to add depth and breadth to the secondary school curriculum. These include interdisciplinary courses, experiential education, project-based learning and a student-centered approach in the classroom, as well as global travel opportunities.
We now introduce the next dynamic steps in our educational program: a re-designed class schedule, advisory themes, a mini "quest" term and capstone/cornerstone projects.
When integrated, these four curricular facets will endow our students with the skills for knowledge and success that they need in life. These include creativity, innovation, critical thinking/problem solving, collaboration, social and cross-cultural skills, flexibility/adaptability, leadership and responsibility.


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Once again I was expecting a freezing winter, and don't get me wrong we have had a few of those days but mostly it has been just cold. In fact we have had many days of changeable weather, cold one moment, too warm for a coat when the wind drops. Those days and the days when you are in and out of buildings are perfect for light layers.
If there is one thing that I have learned living in Paris is that age does not matter. In fact this was something I already believed but it is nice to live in a place where everyone else is on board and shop assistants don't look at you like you are too old to be wearing their clothes. Women of all ages embrace all fashions and are not afraid of looking, well really sexy. Granted living in Paris has its drawbacks, the pressure to look well turned out is huge, even their scruffy casual wear has a well ironed class air to it.
In Paris I am happy to wear my fox jumper and long socks and not care that it is not 'mum' attire. In fact my sage femme (midwife) said something to me that has stayed with me, "you are a woman first then you are a wife and mother it is important that you feel sensual for yourself". I was happy to hear this as I have no intention of changing how I look. This is one of the rare what I wore post that I am wearing my glasses as despite being half blind I am convinced I look like a tool in glasses.
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Home Remedies for Itching Eye
Itching eye is one of those annoying ailments that do not only affect your disposition but also make a huge impact on your appearance. Reason being, they form an important and prominent part of your face which is a first interactive point of a human's body. If a face looks bad in appearance then it definitely affects the whole interaction with the other person. Therefore, it is very important to pay special attention towards taking care of your face and so as, it is also equally critical for a person to keep his/her eyes in right condition.
Itching eyes is one condition which occurs again and again after a while depending upon a person's presence in a polluted and allergy oriented environment. This disease is very common in developing and under developed countries due to excessive air pollution. Therefore, it is better and at times, appropriate to treat such common disease of itching eyes at home naturally instead of rushing to the doctor for treatment.
We now have a peek at the home remedies to get rid of itching in eyes and to cope up with the irritation and redness caused by it on face.
- You can soak a piece of cloth in cold water and then place it all over your eyes to soothe the irritation and redness. It is one of the very basic tips to treat itching eyes
- To soothe your eyes you can also use chamomile tea bags in surrounding areas of your eyes in order to cure this disease. It is another very effective treatment
- You can also put cucumber slices all over your eyes in order to appease irritation and to treat itching eyes. As cucumber are rich with substances that are anti-irritation, anti-inflammation and anti-swelling for eyes. Therefore, you have often seen this tip under application at various health centers and beauty salons. However, you have to make sure that your eyes are clean and germs free before applying this treatment on them if you want to get quick results out of it
- You can also soak a piece of cotton into cold milk and then place it over your eyes and on the surrounding areas to have some cooling effect and to get rid of the itchiness in eyes. Cold milk also works wonders in the treatment of this disease so you should give it a shot
- You can also put one tea spoon of salt in distilled water and then later, boil it to prepare a homemade eye wash. Once it cools off completely after boiling then you can use this substance to flush off your itching eyes
- Apart from the above mentioned pointer, you can make another eye wash at home by soaking two tea bags of green tea in distilled water then again, boil this water and then cool it off. Once it is cold, you can now use this homemade eye wash to flush away the itchiness of your eyes
- Further, it is also good and healthy to intake a lot of water in order to treat itchiness of eyes as water keeps the eyes hydrated so 'the more the better' rule implies here
- You can also put a lot of ice cubes in a bowl and then place two steal spoons in them. After a while, pick up a spoon and place it over your eyes for instant cooling effect. Repeat the process for other eye as well. Keep doing so unless or until you start feeling better
- Moreover, you can also use witch hazel to treat this disease. All you need to do is, soak a piece of cotton in to witch hazel and then apply it in the surrounding areas of your infected eyes
- Another very soothing remedy to treat this disease is, put aloe vera in to cold water and then dab a cotton ball into it. Place these cotton balls all over your eyes wherever you are feeling itchy. It is a guaranteed soothing cure for this disease
- If you are that kind of a person who freezes vegetables then now is the time to take advantage of your habits. Take a towel, put your frozen vegetables into it and then place that towel over your eyes for 10 minutes. You would feel good about your itching eyes
- You can also mix honey and warm milk in equal quantity to make a very effective eye wash which would not only help you in getting rid of itching eyes but also prove good to cope up with conjunctivitis
- You can also apply shredded potatoes on the inflamed eyes in order to soothe and appease them as potatoes are natural astringent and helps a lot in this disease
However, bear in mind that if the above mentioned pointers are not working well on your condition then it is highly advised to contact your doctor immediately.


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You should treat the blank space or corner as effective as possible. Applying small corner store and corner wall shelf is brilliant idea for providing more stores as well as for decorating the corner. Though your kitchen is small, yet the existence of a kitchen island will always be needed. Though tiny, it is still an important appliance. The key to apply Clemmons kitchen remodel is to keep it simple while adding value by applying proper furniture like island to increase the amount of counter space. Having more counter space provide obvious benefits such as more room for meal preparations and eating area if your kitchen is lack of space for dining area.
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Carpe Diem : In the Wake Of The EU Taxi Alliance Demo, Next Wednesday... It's Our Turn
No just five key points to remember for when customer, the press or anyone else asks what the issues are concerning our trade.
1. Inadequate enforcement of the law by TfL.
2. Foreign multi nationals undermining local businesses with predatory pricing.
3. What seems to be an optional 3% tax rate for those above.
4. Unsustainable licensing of PH vehicles leading to pollution and congestion.
5. Clear political interference in licensing and regulation matters.
So there we are folks, no mention of the U word and very good to see trade orgs coming together, indeed as overheard in the shelter 'something must be up, people are attending LTDA meetings', let's all get active.
Remember your five a day and let's get the trade back to full health.
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Self-help superstar Rachel de Luca and Detective Mason Brown have finally given in to their overwhelming attraction to each other, but neither of them is ready to let physical passion turn into full-blown romance, so they carefully maintain an emotional distance. Then a judge's daughter disappears, and Mason has a terrible sense that it's connected to the most recent case they solved together: the abduction of Rachel's assistant.
The discovery of a string of missing women—all young, all troubled—seems like a promising lead. But there's no clear connection between the missing girls and the high-profile young woman Mason is trying to find. He realizes that once again he'll have to rely on his own well-honed instincts and Rachel's uncanny capacity to see through people's lies in order to catch a predator and rescue his captives. But can they do it before Rachel becomes his next victim?
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COMING SOON My London fringe theatre picks
Haven't seen any of these but they do sound good...
DOUBLE BILL As part of its Cash, Capitalism and Corporations season, Battersea Arts Centre has two plays which can be seen individually or as a double bill. DenMarked by Conrad Murray (22 Feb – 11 Mar) is an autobiographical hip hop theatre show featuring live mixed segments of beatbox, guitar and Shakespeare-infused storytelling. And Fire in the Machine by Sounds Like Chaos (22 Feb – 4 Mar) is a show by young people from in and around Deptford that tackles outdated values of the education system, set within a warped 1980s karaoke party.
OPERA First opera I saw was Pop Up Opera's Cosi Fan Tutte performed in a room over a pub in Mayfair and I really enjoyed it. They are bringing their version of I Capuleti e I Montecchi (sung in Italian with English captions) to The Vaults where it conjures an atmospheric and intimate environment that places spectators at the heart of Bellini's moving love story. If you've not seen an opera before this is a inexpensive way of trying it out. Mar 20-23, The Vaults.
FEMALE TAMBURLAINE Christopher Marlowe was only 23 when he wrote, Tamburlaine, an electrifying theatrical study of tyranny and ambition Some 430 years later Yellow Earth Theatre bring this rarely performed, complex drama to the Arcola Theatre with Lourdes Faberes taking the lead. 15 Mar - 8 Apr, 8pm start with a run time of approximately 2 hours plus interval.
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Now some fresh pickings from the Political Grapevine…
Teaching Moment
Fourth grade students learning about the law-making process -- got a hard lesson on the cruel world of politics -- last week.
The class from Hampton Falls, New Hampshire drafted a bill to make the red tail hawk -- the official state raptor.
The bill flew through committee -- so the teacher arranged a field trip to the state house-- to see the bill be voted into law.
The class was greeted with applause by House members.
But it all went downhill from there.
Republican representative Warren Groen-- a vocal opponent of abortion-- took issue with the students' bird of choice-- and how it hunts, quote--
"It grasps them with its talons then uses its razor sharp beak to basically tear it apart limb by limb-- and I guess the shame about making this a state bird is it would serve as a much better mascot for Planned Parenthood."
Again-- the fourth grade class was present for the debate.
Another lawmaker seemed to think the nine-year-olds' foray into the political process was silly-- frivolous.
Quote-- "We'll be picking a state hot dog next."
In the end-- the House shot down the bird bill-- and possibly a little bit of enthusiasm for politics -- among the youngsters.
All in a Day's Work
A union lobbyist is suing the state of Illinois-- for an additional $36,000 year pension-- because he was a substitute teacher for one day.
You heard that right.
The Chicago Tribune reports David Piccioli already collects $31,000 a year from the Teachers Retirement System for his work with the union.
But he found a loop-hole in the state constitution -- working as a substitute for a day-- so he would qualify for more than double that amount.
When his scheme was exposed-- the state took measures to close the loophole -- and stop Piccioli from getting the money.
Now he is suing-- arguing he is grandfathered in.
It's worth noting-- On top of those pensions-- he also earns another $30,000 a year from the state-- for a stint he worked as a legislative aide.
Just What the Doctor Ordered
And finally-- a spry 104-year-old woman says she has a doctor to thank for her longevity – Dr. Pepper.
Elizabeth Sullivan says she was turned on to the drink four decades ago-- in her sixties. She drinks three Dr. Peppers a day.
She says real doctors keep telling her -- all that soda will kill her -- but quote,
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How will this guide help me and my business?
Today, many companies are using social media tactically by posting updates to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or Twitter. But few have a social media strategy which helps them use social media to support their business goals. Social media works best when it's part of an integrated E-communications strategy where Social media works together with Search, Email and Content marketing.
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IDM qualified, Rhian is an online marketing all-rounder with a passion for words. She is a regular expert commentator for Smart Insights as well as other expert sites, as well as her own business Sparkly Content and her personal blog, From Tum To Mum.
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Reflecting on the first two weeks at CodeClan
Learning a new skill can be daunting, particularly when you sign up to a 16-week intensive coding course alongside a group of strangers.
The seventh cohort of CodeClan students officially began their training on 26th September, following a few weeks of pre-course work at home.
Two weeks into the course, we caught up with five of the 21 students to find out how they're coping with their new life at CodeClan.
Cracking the puzzle
"So far I feel as if every day has lasted about a million hours but the weeks have flown by in a matter of seconds. I'm constantly having my mind blown and by the time I start to understand something my mind shuts down and I can feel my brain slowly melting. It's not all bad though. I have learnt so much in such a short space of time I need to give my brain time to properly process everything. But as I found out quite quickly coding is incredibly addictive. I don't want to stop. I don't want to give my brain a break, I just want to crack the puzzle and keep going for as many hours as humanly possible." – Claudia (read more)
A fast-paced environment
"Codeclan's 16 week programming course is billed as fast-paced and the first two weeks have confirmed that this is not an exaggeration. Whilst I had some previous coding experience it's not taken long for me to feel challenged. Luckily you never feel like you are on your own. Not only do have the many instructors to call on, but everyone in the cohort helps each other. It's like having 20 extra instructors! I've never felt so supported in a learning environment." – Alex
Constantly learning
"We've been busy learning new topics and concepts each day, and it feels like we've achieved a lot in two weeks. I've quickly settled into the routine of arriving for 9am, the morning stand up (talking as a group about how we found the previous day), then classes for the morning and labs in the afternoon. I've appreciated so much finally being able to work full-time on studying, learning, and practising code. The pace is fast, but our instructors make plenty of time for reviewing topics and going over any tricky spots with us. No-one is stuck in one place for long, which is so reassuring. Getting to know my cohort and the instructors is also a highlight, and I like that we're rarely working alone; more often we'll pair up to tackle a problem or talk in a small group about last night's homework. Roll on week 3!" – Jo
A new way of working
"It's been a bit of a leap in the dark for me. I worked at the University for 18 years so any change is bound to be personally daunting. But the opportunity presented itself to take voluntary severance, and with part of the settlement package I've invested in my future, so to speak. I knew it was going to be hard, but "knowing" what something will be like ahead of time is not the same as knowing it when you are in the middle of it. Don't get me wrong, it's a good kind of hard. The kind of hard when you use the parts of your brain that have lain dormant for a long time. Thinking critically. Analysing. Spotting patterns and recalling patterns. Working back from end product to process. The end back to the means. Anyway, I was going to go into more detail about what exactly we got up to, but it's late Friday night, and that's enough for one week. Besides, I've got homework to think about, can't spend any more time on non-coding activities!" – Paul (read more)
An exhilarating journey
"Two weeks in already and the time has flown. A torrent of information has washed over us and remarkably some has stuck. The whole process is daunting and exhilarating in equal measure. Daunting due to immediate fears that you're just never going to get it and exhilarating when it does finally begin to click. The Great British Bake Off has unfortunately become a way marker for my progress on the course. The first Wednesday night I recall only half watching it as panic had set in that I was never going to get coding. Fast forward a week and I was now calm enough to question why on earth we had to watch the show. Progress I guess." – David
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With results day having been and gone many students will now be thinking of what their 'next step' will be. For some students this decision is easy they have always known they wanted to be a doctor or an accountant, or perhaps they have always known that they wanted to do an apprenticeship straight after school.
There is a lot of pressure on students from a young age to make big decisions that can affect their future, and knowing that they have to make the right decision first time round in order to benefit the most.
There can be too much pressure on students to go to university when it might not necessarily be the right choice for them. The perceived need to experience 'university life' can lead many to get nothing significant out of the three years and in fact an apprenticeship may have been a better option.
Like it or not, there can be a stigma choosing an apprenticeship, how can this be changed?
Skills minister, Nick Boles argued "I want every young person leaving school to view university degrees and high level apprenticeships as different but equally valid choices."
Although students now have various options to consider once they leave school, attending university is still the most popular option for students with over 412,000 being awarded a university place last year. However, although this has risen, so has the number of apprenticeships in recent years which could be down to the rise in tuition fees for university. Last year 55,000 students straight out of school took up apprenticeships in England; this figure has risen by nearly 20% since 2010. For students aged between 19-24, the total number of apprenticeship places in England peaked at 150,000 last year. The sudden rise in older students could be down to the students dropping out of university within their first year, after realising it isn't for them or perhaps with the sudden increase in university fees students are starting to look at alternative options?
The main issue that recent graduates from university face is getting a job once they are finished. With 1000s of students graduating every year and all chasing jobs that might not necessarily exist, there is going to be an issue with degree relevant work. Recent stats show that 90% of graduates were either in further study or employed 6 months after graduation. Although this does mean that 1 in 10 are not employed these are still good statistics considering the amount of students who are graduating each year. This is where you start to look in more depth at what those 90% are actually doing and whether it is relevant to their degree, and whether or not a degree is really getting students ahead of those completing apprenticeships.
When considering these options, it is easy to see that unless your degree is relevant to your preferred job or 'pigeon holes' you (such as a medicine degree), then a degree might not necessarily get you ahead of others. An apprenticeship could help you make a step forward to where you want to be whilst also earning money. This is something that all students who are making their 'next step' need to consider, what is the right choice for them? And what will benefit them the most?
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ABOUT THE COURSEIntellectual Property is exploited for economic gain, and IP rights support innovation and creativity in virtually every industry. To equip attendees with the right tools for exploiting IP effectively – exercising due diligence, identifying technology monitoring competition and supporting investment decisions, IP Academy is going to conduct a programme in collaboration with IP Exchange Pte Ltd (IPEXL) in the 4 different packages to suit your IP training needs.
PACKAGE 1 (4-day Programme)CPD Points Available for Lawyers: 12 Public CPD PointsIP Strategy, IP Search & Analysis And Innovation25-28 Jun 2012, 9.00 am - 5.00 pmCome to obtain a good understanding of the importance of intellectual capital, intellectual assets and intellectual property & the difference between tangible and intangible valuation of a company toformulate IP strategies for the organization and identify the best strategies in alignment with organizational directions, to identify and quantify the organisation's IP assets, to conduct patent and trade mark search and to understand the search strategies, to be able to create patent maps and technology landscapes that are relevant to the organization and to gain insight into various systematic innovation methods.For more information on this package, please click Package 1.
PACKAGE 2 (3-day Programme)Advanced IP Programme for Techies25 Jun 2012, 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm26 Jun 2012, 9.00 am - 12.00 pm27-28 Jun 2012, 9.00 am - 5.00 pmThis 3-day advanced IP programme provides hands-on experience in conducting patent searchesusing IPEXL's search and analytic software. It equips the participants with the knowledge onintellectual capital, intellectual assets and intellectual, formulating IP strategies for the organization, to identify and quantify the organisation's IP assets, patent search and to understand the search strategies, patent maps and technology landscapes. Participants will also get the opportunity to be engaged in facilitated discussions, case studies.For more information on this package, please click Package 2.
PACKAGE 3 (2-day Programme)IP Management, Audit And Trade Mark Search25-26 Jun 2012, 9.00 am - 5.00 pmThis course is specially designed to provide a good grounding on IP Management & formulating IP Strategies. Participants will also learn how to conduct trade mark searches with coverage not only for US, WIPO, OHIM but also Singapore local trade marks. Participants will be guided through hands-on trade mark searches and analytics. The programme covers various case studies focused on the Singapore and Asian context. This programme also provides an opportunity to be engaged in facilitated discussions, case studies as well as to take part in hands-on sessions using IPEXL's search and analytic software.For more information on this package, please click Package 3.
PACKAGE 4 (1-day Programme)Advanced Patent Mapping And Analysis28 Jun 2012, 9.00 am - 5.00 pmThis programme will equip the participants with the knowledge on discovering valuable information hidden in patents, providing IP information as proof of due diligence, supporting proposal of large scale/national level projects, monitoring competing products and competitors and spotting opportunity areas within a crowded technological domain. The class attendees will also take part in a hands-on session where they create patent maps and technology landscapesusing IPEXLs tools, that are relevant to their own organization and useful for their own needs.For more information on this package, please click Package 4.*The free subscription of the IPEXL Analytics services is not available to the participants signing-up for package 4.
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MetLife Inc. announced that it will discontinue the sale of new Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) coverage following an extensive review.
The insurer says that it will continue to accept new applications for individual LTCI policies received on or before Dec. 30, 2010. Additionally, in 2011, MetLife will discontinue new enrollments into existing group and multi-life LTCI plans. Timing will vary based on existing contractual obligations.
MetLife announced that its decision to stop writing new LTCI business will have no impact on existing insureds' coverage. As long as premiums are paid on time, coverage cannot be cancelled. All current insureds can continue to make coverage changes per the terms of their policy or certificate, including inflation protection offers and requests to increase or decrease coverage.
"MetLife remains committed to our current LTCI policyholders and certificateholders and will continue to ensure that they receive quality service, particularly when needed most—at time of claim," says Jodi Anatole, VP, Long-Term Care Products, for MetLife. "While this is a difficult decision, the financial challenges facing the LTCI industry in the current environment are well known."
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Steele Wars will be recording a live podcast at 4pm on Sunday the 25th of June at the Nerdmelt Showroom at Meltdown comics with the awesome guest line up of Jenny Nicholson of Screen Junkies and Chris Gore of Film Threat.
If you're in the Southern California area this will be a really fun afternoon of laughs and Star Wars talk. I dare say their will be a few of the Making Star Wars crew in attendance to hang out with too!
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About Me
Hi there! My name is Ami Patel and I'm a cartoon addict!
As a Columbia College Chicago graduate in film and animation with a passion for writing, I dream about making people smile with my work. I love to write stories about magic, friendship, and adventure, but whether animation or screenwriting, my sole job is to make them want more. One day, I hope to take part in creating another epic, action-packed TV series like The Powerpuff Girls or Teen Titans.
If you're interested in collaborating with me, feel free to contact me at either:
The following is one of my favorite quotes from Pokémon:
"I see now that the circumstances of one's birth are irrelevant; it is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are."
I want to create imaginary worlds where inspirational messages such as the quote above resonate with my audience, where fans become so attached to a fictional character that seeing that character cry would make them want to cry too.
At this point in my life, I'm not really sure what I want to do later on. I enjoy editing, screenwriting, modeling objects and environments, designing, etc. Ideally, I see myself on the concept and story side of animation production or as one of the writers on the team.
However, I'm interested in publishing as well. Besides anime and comics, I'm also an avid bookworm. I crave stories of the fantasy and romance genre. Some of my favorite authors are Amanda Hocking, James Dashner, and Jamie McGuire. I can see myself as an editor for books or a graphic designer.
I've also always wanted to sing for an animated character. It all started with watching The Little Mermaid and singing along with Jodi Benson to "Part of Your World." Singing is my other passion and my music taste ranges anywhere from Barbie songs to upbeat dance music.
Oh, and one more thing! A little fun fact about my pen name, Mishty Masti just for curiosity's sake. My actual name is an extremely common Indian name. It's like the equivalent of John Smith, so I decided to go under a pen name at least for online purposes. Ami means "nectar" or in other words, sweet and "mishty" is another way to say that in Hindi, whereas "masti" means fun or mischief, so all in all, my pen name translates out to "sweet fun." :D


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Preparation time: 10 min.
We had dinner in late March in a small B&B near Triora in the mountains of Liguria, about 1/2 hour drive northeast of Ventimiglia. We arrived rather late in the evening and Dona Guiseppa was kind enough to prepare this simple but very tasty dish. We had some of her red wine and the crusty bread from the local bakery – delicious!
- 14 oz (400 g) mozzarella, if you can, buy Mozzarella di Bufala
- 2 medium sized tomatoes
- 6 slices of salami, cut into slivers
- 6 – 10 black olives
- extra virgin olive oil (to drizzle)
- white balsamic vinegar
- fresh basil leaves torn
- salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Cut the mozzarella and the tomatoes into 1/2 inch (about 1 cm) slices and intercalate them on a plate. You should have a nice white and red pattern, one row or two rows depending on your plate. Sprinkle the basil and the salami slivers on top and decorate with the black olives. Pour olive oil and balsamic vinegar to your taste. Finish a sprinkle of salt and a generous grind of fresh pepper. Buon appetito


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In Nursery and Reception, through digital Literacy the children are taught about being aware of strangers (e-safety) through discussion.
In Key Stage One e-safety forms part of the Computing curriculum and is taught by teachers in dedicated sessions.
Every year we take part in Safer Internet Day which includes visits from the Community Cohesion Officer and Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) who work in the classrooms to encourage safer internet use.
Parents who would like more information on e-safety can contact the schools Parent Support Adviser who can offer a range of support and information including, setting parental controls, Youtube Risks and Facebook checklists.
This section of our website will provide links to really useful advice on how to be careful when using the internet.
Parent Info is collaboration between CEOP and Parent Zone and provides information to parents and carers about their children's wellbeing and resilience, internet safety and a wide range of other topic matters like sex, relationship and body image.
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Think U Know Website
The Think U Know website will help you go on the internet in a safe way and tell who to talk to if you are worried. You can also find out about Lee & Kim's adventures or watch Hector and his friends learning to use computers safely! If you want to talk to someone else you can call 'Childline', which is a place where people who are nice can help you.
They won't tell anyone that you have called and it's free. You can phone them on: 0800 1111.
Top Tips
- Always ask a grown up before you use the internet. They can help you find the best thing to do.
- Don't tell strangers where you live, your phone number or where you go to school. Only your friends and family need to know that.
- Don't send pictures to people you don't know. You don't want strangers looking at photos of you, your friends or your family.
- Tell a grown up if you feel scared or unhappy about anything.
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Be Smart be cool – Be smart online.
What's your favourite thing to do online. Visit the KidSMART website and learn more about the internet and being a SMART surfer. Learn the SMART Rules with Kara Winston and the SMART Crew. If anything goes wrong online or upsets you make sure you tell someone about it. Download a poster of the SMART Rules by clicking the link below.
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If you find something on the internet or someone has made you sad or scared you should tell your mum, dad or the person who looks after you at home or a teacher at school. If you would like to talk to someone else we have added some links to the Advice Help and Report Centre on the CEOPS website.


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On January 22, 2006, Kobe Bryant etched his name into Los Angeles Lakers and NBA lore with an amazing 81 point performance against the Toronto Raptors.
Led by the heroics of Bryant, the 122-104 win was the high point an otherwise dull campaign by the Lakers – which re-hired Phil Jackson prior to the season and finished 45-37 for third in the Pacific Division, only to be bounced in the first round by the Phoenix Suns.
It has been 10 years since Bryant put up the second-highest single game total in NBA history, but for some it feels like yesterday – including the Raptors, which reportedly excluded the game from their tribute to Bryant in his last appearance in Toronto in their attempt at a revisionist history.
When asked recently about his exploits on that fateful January night, Bryant said to Los Angeles Daily News reporter Mark Medina that the game was 'a blur' to him.
"I didn't really understand or was able to grasp what happened," said Bryant. "It was very bizarre."
"It means that anything is possible. Playing the game as a kid, you have a dream and even if the dreams are extremely wild and imaginative, you work hard. You believe certain nights like that can happen," Bryant added.
During that 2005-06 NBA season, Bryant – who averaged 35.4 points per game – was surrounded by some of the forgotten names buried in Lakers history: Von Wafer, Smush Parker, Devin Green, Brian Cook, Kwame Brown, and Chris Mihm.
Nevertheless, despite attempts by the Toronto Raptors and some others who fell as the unfortunate victims of that night to an extraordinary night from Bryant, records of that game continue to exist.
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The bilingual brain
-having or expressed in two languages
-using or able to use two languages especially with equal fluency
Most children have the capacity and facility to learn more than one language. Researchers say that there are advantages to being bilingual. These advantages might include:
-Being able to learn new words easily
-Playing rhyming games with words like "cat" and "hat"
-Breaking down words by sounds, such as C-A-T for cat
-Being able to use information in new ways
-Putting words into categories
-Coming up with solutions to problems
-Good listening skills
-Connecting with others
The advantages of being bilingual
Your brain may have developed some distinct advantages over your monolingual peers. New research into the neurobiology of bilingualism has found that being fluent in two languages, particularly from early childhood, not only enhances a person's ability to concentrate, but might also protect against the onset of dementia and other age-related cognitive decline. These discoveries are leading to:
• A better understanding of how the brain organizes speech and communication tasks.
• Greater insight into how specific types of brain activity may prevent or delay dementia and other agerelated cognitive problems.
• More targeted and effective therapies for helping bilingual individuals recover their communication skills after a brain injury.
Language and cognition in bilingual children
There are many myths about bilingualism in children. Some educators have cautioned against the use of two languages in children, claiming that bilingualism causes cognitive, Social, and emotional damage to children. Although few scholars today would claim that bilingualism could cognitively harm children, this view has been advocated in the past, and can still be occasionally witnessed in the popular press and heard expressed even by some educators. This topic should be of great concern to those interested in foreign language education and to practitioners of bilingual education as well. Any decision about the soundness of pedagogical approaches involving two languages should be informed by the research base on the issues of bilingualism and cognitive development.
Theoretical issues
The claim that bilingualism would have any effect on cognitive ability, be it positive or negative, is based on the assumption that language is a central part of cognitive activity. The claim that bilingualism can cause a cognitive slowdown is based on the assumption that there is only so much information that can be processed by the child at any given time, and therefore attempting to learn two languages would, so to speak, blow some cognitive fuses. Theoretical issues such as these continue to be debated in the behavioral sciences, and their outcomes have influenced, and Language and Cognition.
Historical Background
In addition to theoretical concerns, there have been
societal concerns influencing research on bilingualism that
need to be considered. Indeed, the literature on the negative consequences of bilingualism on mental development can be traced back to social concerns at the turn of this century about
the quality of immigrants who happened to be bilingual. The debate in those days concerned not so much issues of mental development and psychology, but rather social issues concerning the new wave of immigrants from Southern and Eastern Europe that had begun in the late 19th century. Social scientists and educators reflected the concern of the public that these new immigrants were not adapting well into mainstream American society. As evidence, they pointed to the fact that the new immigrants were performing poorly on IQ tests, and that their children were doing poorly in the schools, again as reflected in standardized testing. Two opposing camps of psychologists attempted explanations of the cause of this adjustment
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Awesome front-row remodeled Treehouse. Unobstructed views of Keystone from your private deck. New windows and sliding door to deck, new gas fireplace, new kitchen including floor, backsplash, lighting, trim, pantry and paint. Both bathrooms fully remodeled with great storage. Immaculate, fully furnished and ready to go.
Wildernest is a true Colorado outdoor town. Experience excellent hiking and biking trails out your front door, while being surrounded by breathtaking views of Lake Dillon, Centennial Divide and Keystone Ski Resort. Seated atop a beautiful hill filled with aspens, this neighborhood is truly a nature lover's dream. With the non-motorized backcountry access for pristine trails and quiet hikes, it's no wonder locals have decided to call this place home. If you ever decide to leave this beautiful location, Wildernest is also a quick drive into the heart of Silverthorne and is in close proximity to all of Summit County's ski resorts.
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28 March 2015
It's the substance found in plants and trees which helps to keep them upright – but now cellulose has been touted as an effective Anti-Ageing solution, with some experts claiming its benefits outweigh those of essential vitamins C and E.
So how does it work? Cellulose works by neutralising the work of ageing free radicals, penetrating the skin deeper than most vitamins.
According to one Dermatologist, "It doesn't protect against free radicals in the way vital oils do. It heals and repairs damaged cells […] It's more efficient than any other form of antioxidant because it smothers the free radicals.
"Unlike creams, which tend to sit on the epidermis i.e. the surface and just lubricate the outer layers, cellulose is easily absorbed by the skin."
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In part I of this article last week, we conversed three components of Jesus' Intentional Discipleship Community that moves us from a stagnant group meeting to a thriving community being mobilized to carry out the Great Commission "right where you live, work and play"! Speaking of being commissioned, here are there remaining two inspiring components of Jesus' Intentional Discipleship Community that YOU can experience in YOURS:
4. Commission is a vital part of an Intentional Discipleship Community.
An Intentional Discipleship Community is always commissioned out to make disciples, intentionally investing among peers "right where they live, work and play". I coined "Intentional Discipleship Community (IDC)" and my word picture for it is a spring board. Normally, you go to a small group meeting to get more knowledge together and then look forward to the next meeting. But an IDC is designed to equip and spring board you back into your calling to make disciples among friends "right where YOU'RE planted". See how Jesus mobilized the disciples into their God-given calling even before the Great Commission: "And he called the twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons and to cure diseases, and he sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and to heal. And he said to them, 'Take nothing for your journey, no staff, nor bag, nor bread, nor money; and do not have two tunics. And whatever house you enter, stay there, and from there depart. And wherever they do not receive you, when you leave that town shake off the dust from your feet as a testimony against them." And they departed and went through the villages, preaching the gospel and healing everywhere (Luke 9:1-6)." WOW, see how Jesus MOBILIZED and COMMISSIONED the disciples into their calling? What a blessing to be part of an IDC that mobilizes one another!
5. Process your personal ministry with others and grow!
The blessing of sharing with others what God did through your personal ministry throughout the week with friends is RARE today even in the Kingdom of God! Every human longs to share. One of the keys to my personal ministry growing immensely has been processing it with friends. The blessing comes in through the feedback. You get to hear what motivates others in their intentional disciple-making that you shared but more importantly, you get to hear feedback and wisdom and be encouraged by fresh perspective by others in your personal ministry. Jesus created a culture of processing among the twelve disciples. See how in result, the disciples gained inspirational insight: "The seventy-two returned with joy, saying, 'Lord, even the demons are subject to us in your name!' And he said to them, 'I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt you. Nevertheless, do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven (Luke 10:17-20)).'" Please notice the joy the disciples gained through processing and the encouragement that came from it.
Who is your Intentional Discipleship Community (IDC)? How can the five components of Jesus' IDC from last week and this week's blog bless your and your friends' personal ministry? Are you in your twenties or thirties and live in the Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex and want to be in an IDC? Contact me and I'll get you plugged in. We have them all over the metroplex! More importantly, do you want to start one among your friends? Let's do it! I'm here to equip and encourage you in that!
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In the waning hours of spring,
the dj tells me that in Helsinki
the sun rose at 4:51 am
and won't set again
till nearly midnight
on this, the solstice.
A day like that can never feel normal,
it could never be born and die,
like other days,
like this morning, your naked skin
cool against mine,
when you woke me,
with your body pressed to mine
full of need
in these death throws of a season.
No, there would be too many hours to fill.
Too many screaming hours,
full of minutes and seconds,
where the sun refuses to go down
and the cool relief of evening
when the light fades out
and you can finally,
after all this time,
stop shielding your eyes,
and remember that night is real
and not just something
you remembered from a dream.
I would go mad, I think
in a day like that,
but I would take a night that didn't end.
The thought makes my knees go a little weak,
and I am back there and 14,
and waiting on the side of the lake,
for my chance to fall from the rope
from the black sky
through the black space
into all that black water.
Over and over again.
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I am more than excited to begin my 1st year as PK-12 principal and the 11th year serving the students, parents, and staff of Hayfield Community Schools. I am grateful to serve the communities of Hayfield, Brownsdale, Sargeant, Waltham, Oslo and Rock Dell. We have amazing staff, students, and community members who care about learning but most importantly care about each other.
Hayfield Community Schools is a PK-12 building, located almost equidistant from Rochester, Austin, and Owatonna. Our elementary is home to students in grades PK-5, middle school grades 6-8, and our high school houses students in grades 9-12.
At Hayfield Community Schools we are proud to offer a wide variety of elective and core classes in a small, rural educational setting. For our senior high students, we currently offer 36 college credits on campus through our College in the Schools (CIS) courses. We offer a 1:1 iPad initiative, which allows students and teachers to learn in ways never imagined before.
In addition to our academic offerings, we have very strong arts, athletics, and extra-curricular programming. Hayfield Community Schools believes in a well-rounded student grounded in academics and character learning.
We welcome new students and families to Hayfield and the surrounding areas. Please feel free to contact me with any questions throughout the school year.
Grant Klennert
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"What types of Portrait Sessions do you offer?"
Pups and people! "Pups" includes all pets including kitties and other favorite furry family members! "People" includes all members of the family -- children, families and couples and of course, People and their Pups together. Engagement is one style of couple portraiture, but many couples love having their portraits done "just because".
"What should I expect at my session?"
A private portrait session is designed around you, your family and/or your pet. Before the session actually begins, we will spend some initial time getting to know each other, discussing ideas and expectations, familiarizing ourselves with the location and making sure everyone is comfortable with me and my camera. Rushing during the session is not encouraged or necessary. This may take as little as 30 minutes or could take up to two hours, each situation is different. I will also share with you a sample Storybook and some of my favorite Wall Art pieces so that you can start anticipating and planning how you want to save the memories of the day!
"What is your "style"?"
My photographic style is often referred to as "documentary" or "in the moment". We plan the place and time and perhaps an activity that would be natural for your family or your pet. Then when we meet, your family engages in the activity and the moments together in a natural way. I will not give constant direction or "posing" but I will always be watching for those special connections that come "in the moment". That doesn't mean that I won't have some of those "say cheese" moments, but for the most part, I am a spectator! Come with your ideas and I will give you mine ... and together we will create some unique and memorable images!
"What types of events do you photograph?"
I offer my photography services for open houses, reunions, private parties and festivals. I also attend dog sporting events such as agility, flyball, barn hunt, etc.
"What are your Portrait Session Fees?"
Standard Session • $75.00 (prepaid/non-refundable). I have prime spots for outdoor sessions, however the session can take place at a location of your choice including your home. (Additional fee/mileage may be charged if distance is a notable factor.)
"What are your Event Fees?"
$150.00 for up to two hours (over 2 hours - $60 per hour). (This does not include dog sporting events).
"What happens after the Session/Event?"
Private Session - Your "best of the best" images will be meticulously edited and prepared for your viewing. Once they are ready to share, we will get together for a reveal and ordering meet-up where you will have the opportunity to choose your favorite images for your Signature Storybook, Wall Art and/or other favorite items. There are typically 30-60 images depending on the style and expectations of the session. Afterwards, they will be uploaded onto a private gallery on my website so that you can share with family and friends and additional orders.
Event - Photos will have basic edits and uploaded onto the website in a public gallery for print, digital downloads or gift purchases. Private events will have different opportunities, options and offerings.


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Causes of Infertility
Male infertility & investigations
Most people attending an infertility clinic will be familiar with the fact that one in six couples experience problems achieving a pregnancy.
However, not so many are aware that of these, almost a third have some type of male factor infertility. Whilst infertility due to female problems is now often talked about in a fairly open way this is often not the case for men, perhaps because a lot of people still wrongly associate fertility with virility.
Bath Fertility has helped many men become fathers and can offer the latest advanced procedures including hormone profiles, chromosome and genetic testing, Sperm DNA fragmentation, fragility test and surgical retrieval of sperm. It is also quite often possible to improve your sperm count with some simple remedies which are listed further on.
Under the general heading 'male factor' there are several types of problem that can cause subfertility; many relate to sperm function although sexual problems (such as impotence or lack of ejaculation) can also affect male fertility. Male partners will attend the clinic for a semen analysis. There is a private room set aside at the Clinic for semen production. Just outside the room is a discreet hatch where samples are left with the appropriate form.
Our fertility specialists will cover male infertility as part of the initial consultation and if tests show that you have a fertility issue then you will be able to discuss your various options with the consultant.
Some men struggle to come to terms with their fertility issues and feel it makes them less of a man. We offer free counselling to both men and women, either individually or as a couple to help you cope better with the emotional journey infertility can take you on.
Types of male infertility
There are several different types of male infertility, and our specialists use semen analysis techniques to identify these.
The most commonly seen suboptimal factors are:
- Oligozoospermia: low sperm count (less than 15 million sperm per ml of semen) where there are not enough sperm in the ejaculate to reliably reach an egg for fertilisation. Although 15 million may sound plentiful, in terms of fertility values below this can be a significant issue. For men whose count is significantly low then IVF alone may not work and ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection) where a single sperm is injected into each egg to ensure fertilisation may be indicated. For extremely low sperm counts with no obvious explanation, genetic tests may be offered: very low counts are occasionally associated with missing parts of the male Y chromosome or can be associated with the presence of a cystic fibrosis gene. which could be passed on to any resulting male children, along with the associated infertility
- Azoospermia: no sperm in the ejaculate
- Asthenozoospermia: low sperm motility where less than 32% of sperm are moving and/or their progression (how fast they swim) is too weak for them to reach an egg. ICSI is usually indicated in cases where motility is compromised to the extent that there are insufficient strongly-swimming sperm for IVF
- Teratozoospermia: high proportion of abnormally-shaped sperm. Most semen samples have more than 4% normal sperm, but in those with less than this then some structural problem with the sperm may be suspected which could reduce the chance of fertilisation, both in vivo (after intercourse) and in vitro (with IVF). ICSI is recommended for sperm with high abnormal shape (morphology)
- Antisperm antibodies: occasionally found in semen and indicate an abnormal immune response to sperm. Antibodies are substances made by the body as a defence against foreign 'invaders' such as bacteria or viruses. Sometimes a man may produce antibodies against his own sperm, especially if there has been injury to or infection of the testicles or vasectomy reversal. Antisperm antibodies can cause infertility because they can make the sperm stick together (agglutinate) so that they are unable to swim. Even if antibodies do not cause sperm to agglutinate they may affect the way sperm swim or can stop sperm attaching to an egg. Where the majority of sperm are affected by antisperm antibodies ICSI provides the best option to maximise the chance of fertilisation
Causes of male infertility
It is not always possible to pinpoint the cause of a suboptimal semen analysis, but common causes include:
- Chronic illness eg. diabetes; cystic fibrosis
- Inflammation affecting the testes eg. mumps, fever (e.g. flu) may temporarily affect sperm production
- Medication: some may alter sperm production
- Use of steroids or supplements for bodybuilding
- Previous infection may cause scarring or blockage of the sperm transport tubes
- Surgery (e.g. to correct undescended testes or a hernia) can cause scarring or production of antisperm antibodies. Vasectomy reversal, while often successful, sometimes results in poorer quality sperm than before
- Injury can damage the testis and affect semen quality
- Hormonal disorders diagnosed by blood tests
- Chromosome disorders: see Y chromosome in Glossary
- Genetic disorders e.g cystic fibrosis gene
- Radiotherapy/chemotherapy for treatment of cancer can affect sperm production; in about half of cases this can return to normal within 1-5 years
- Retrograde ejaculation where sperm is produced but is ejaculated backwards into the bladder
- Cigarette smoking, cannabis use and excessive alcohol intake can all reduce sperm quality
- Exposure to environmental toxins e.g. heavy metals, some agricultural chemicals, volatile fumes.
- Heat stress to the testes e.g. from very hot baths, working for prolonged periods in hot conditions which overheat the testes, wearing very tight underwear and/or clothing. Using a laptop computer on your lap rather than a desk has also recently been suggested to affect sperm production!
Improving your sperm count
One piece of advice that is often given to subfertile men is to avoid wearing tight underclothing and avoid hot baths. This is so that the testicles can remain at the temperature nature intended, which is about 4 degrees cooler than normal body temperature. Higher temperatures can result in higher proportions of abnormal looking sperm. Bathing the testicles in cold water is no longer recommended as it is not beneficial – a source of relief to many!
It is a good idea to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including normal body weight, healthy diet and moderate exercise. There is some evidence to suggest that taking vitamin and mineral supplements (especially vitamins C and E, Selenium and zinc) can improve sperm quality for some men. This will not help for all men but if taken in accordance with the instructions on the bottle will not do any harm.
Excessive alcohol consumption or smoking can be detrimental, as can the use of recreational drugs, so these should be eliminated or cut down as much as possible. We probably all know of men who smoke a lot, drink heavily and have a poor diet yet have managed to father children with no trouble. The cruel fact is that for men with a high concentration of sperm these factors will have less impact, because even if their sperm count is reduced there are still plenty of sperm there.
Some of the chemicals used in industrial processes and agriculture are believed to have an adverse effect on male fertility. In the same way some drugs used for treating medical conditions can affect sperm counts. It is important therefore that you tell the doctor if you are undergoing any other medical treatment.
Female infertility & investigations
You can book in for a fertility assessment at our private reproductive medicine clinic.
Around one third of infertility cases are due to known female causes, including tubal disease, endometriosis, ovulatory disorders, age-related factors and mucus hostile to sperm.
Unexplained infertility, where the cause is not known, accounts for another third of cases, while male factor infertility makes up the remainder.
Before embarking on your IVF journey, it is important you to have the necessary investigations and assessments.
Ask your GP whether you meet the criteria to be referred through the NHS to reproductive medicine. The RUH Reproductive Medicine clinic is hosted at Bath Fertility.
Tubal disease
Diseased or damaged fallopian tubes ('blocked' tubes) account for about 20% of all cases of infertility in the UK.
This may be caused by pelvic infections such as chlamydia or pelvic inflammatory disease, or damage due to ectopic pregnancy and scar tissue formation following other pelvic surgery. If one or both tubes are blocked, eggs and sperm cannot meet for fertilisation and so conception does not happen.
Despite the improvements in the surgery techniques used to repair blocked or damaged tubes, conception rates remain disappointingly low. In such cases IVF is the treatment of choice as it bypasses the blocked tubes to collect oocytes (eggs), fertilising them in the laboratory and then replacing the embryos directly into the uterus (womb).
The endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus.
Endometriosis is a condition where the presence of functioning endometrium is found outside its normal environment, for example on the ovaries or tubes.
Its presence here may lead to adhesions or scar tissue, and it can cause painful periods or pain during intercourse.
The damage caused by endometriosis to the fallopian tubes or ovaries is diagnosed by a laparoscopy. IVF is the preferred treatment for infertility caused by endometriosis where other methods have not helped.
Polycystic Ovaries and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovaries are quite common affecting as many as one in five women, many of whom may be completely symptom-free.
Polycystic ovaries contain multiple small cysts or follicles in which the developing eggs may not fully ripen prior to release (ovulation) due to hormone imbalances and accumulate in the ovaries.
Some women with polycystic ovaries have PCOS. They may have a few or several symptoms including irregular, infrequent or no periods, complexion problems and excess weight.
Polycystic ovaries are diagnosed by ultrasound scans and blood tests.
PCOS may be treated in several ways, including taking oral contraceptives ('the Pill') to try to temporarily regulate the cycle. Surgery may be used to 'kick-start' the ovaries, or special diets and exercise may help some to re-balance their hormones and re-establish ovulation.
For those with weight problems, weight loss is a key factor for a successful outcome.
The drug Clomiphene may be used to induce ovulation. Tamoxifen can be used in a similar fashion. For those who are therapy resistant laporoscopic ovarian spot diathermy can be effective.
If these treatments are unsuccessful then IVF may be recommended. Polycystic ovaries are sometimes unpredictable in their response to drugs used to stimulate the ovaries to produce eggs, either not responding at all or over-responding and producing too many follicles which may contain eggs of sub-optimal quality. Most women can be treated with careful monitoring of their cycle to prevent or manage ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome (OHSS).
Age and infertility
Fertility drops dramatically with age. At the age of 35 the chance of pregnancy is half that of age 25. At 40 years of age the chance is much smaller again. Beyond the age of 43 the chances are further reduced.
This is due to a combination of factors including a decreased supply of eggs in the ageing ovaries, an increased rate of chromosomal abnormalities in older eggs, and a higher risk of miscarriage for those who do become pregnant.
Older women (those 38 and over) may be treated with IVF providing their ovaries respond adequately to the drugs used to produce eggs.
The likelihood of this can be estimated by blood tests to establish hormone profiles and ultrasound scans.
Pregnancy rates for older women having assisted conception treatment are generally lower than those for women under 38, and these couples may need to consider using donated eggs or embryos.
At Bath Fertility we offer all treatments to women up to the age of 44. Hormone assessments will help us to provide you with a realistic idea of a positive outcome.
Unexplained infertility
Unexplained infertility, where no obvious cause can be found, affects about one-third of couples who have difficulty conceiving.
Intra-Uterine Insemination (IUI) and In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) are options which may be suitable for couples with unexplained infertility. For those who have been trying to conceive for a period of more than 3 years or for older women, earlier treatment with IVF may be more appropriate.
Female investigations
Tubal Patency
Tubal disease may be diagnosed with a combination of blood tests such as chlamydia and examinations.
A hysterosalpingogram (HSG) may be performed. This is a type of X-ray examination that shows inside the uterus and fallopian tubes and indicates whether they are open.
Recently we have introduced the Hycosy ultrasound test which is tending to replace the HSG and avoids x-rays.
If there is a reason to suspect tubal damage or endometriosis we will offer a laparoscopy for a complete assessment.
Laparoscopy is a minor operation where a small telescope (laparoscope) is passed through a tiny cut in the belly button and a view of the pelvic organs is obtained before flushing coloured dye through the cervix into the uterus and tubes to check whether they are open (patent) or blocked.
Endometriosis, adhesions and polycystic ovaries may also be seen and diagnosed this way.
Hormone profiles
Blood samples may be taken to obtain hormone profiles. Those usually measured include FSH (follicle stimulating hormone), progesterone, LH (luteinising hormone) and very occasionally oestradiol may be monitored during treatment.
FSH is measured to help discover any signs of decreasing follicle supply in the ovaries (diminishing ovarian reserve) that occur with ageing, as well as to establish what dose of follicle-stimulating drugs is most suitable for IVF treatment.
LH and progesterone levels may be checked to detect when and if ovulation is occurring, and may be used to determine treatment day for patients having frozen embryo transfers or IUI.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is diagnosed by a combination of ultrasound scan to look at the ovaries, along with blood tests to check for hormone imbalances of FSH and LH.


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Dr Thompson is a lecturer in Surface Chemistry and Drug Delivery and Research Degrees Coordinator at the School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences. His research interests lie in the areas of polymer-drug conjugates, Drug micro- and nano-encapsulation, Polyelectrolyte delivery systems and Oral protein delivery.
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Join YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc. for a tea party with a twist! This unique, entertaining and historical event will include:
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- A HISTORICAL TROLLEY TOUR OF DOWNTOWN TROY with Troy Historian, Kathy Sheehan, from the Rensselaer County Historical Society.
- Wear a fun and lively hat to compete in our HAT CONTEST. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes will be awarded courtesy of Truly Rhe.
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Child Safety_: Tighten your car seats
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Thanks to Ginger for this Frugal Baby Tip!
I read all the posts a few weeks ago about the car seats kinda halfheartedly - I mean I'm NEVER going to be in a wreck - right? WRONG!
Yesterday morning, for some reason, I decided I just had to tighten up the girls' seats. I remembered someone saying how they basically climbed in, and used their knees to tighten them up as much as possible. So I did that, and took up about 2" from both of them.
Yesterday afternoon we were involved in a major wreck (to me at least). My van is probably totalled, and the other car definitely is. My middle daughter bumped her head cause she had the shoulder belt behind her, but she's okay. The car seats held firmly.
My seat belt came undone somehow, and I ended up in the back with the kids. This morning we are all bruised and sore. So please don't ever ignore or brush off the importance of seat belts, and especially those car seats! If not for them, my kids might be really hurt today!
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Until now, consumers around the world have been kind to the BlackBerry Z10. In India, the BlackBerry Z10 has been declared almost hit. It is being said that the Canada based tech firm is working on a follow up to its not very successful tablet PlayBook. Originally, the modern day OS - BB10 , is because of QNZ OS which used to power PlayBook. Last month , it was revealed that a sequel of PlayBook is on the way. Looks like that report was either fake or the folks over at BlackBerry did not want to reveal their plans yet.
Surely, ardent BB fans would like to own all new BlackBerry Playbook powered by BB10 OS. Thorsten Heins, CEO, BlackBerry believes that there is no gurantee whether the company would offer next gen PlayBook or not. Reported by Herald Sun ( via BGR) , the makers behind BlackBerry Bold are not in a mood to produce just another tablet.
The company is aware that curently Apple rule tablet market , and it would be difficult to crush Apple and its mighty iPad. Mr. Heins also told the publication that making profit from a tablet is rather difficult. As of now, the commited CEO is looking to turn its company into profitable venture , and sees the future of BB 10 OS bright. The able Cheif Executive wants to place BlackBerry Z10 at the top end of the market. The device which was declared hit in India recently despite of being priced rather espensive as per Indian sensibilities.
It should be known by now that BlackBerry is clearly trying to woo enterprise section with the BB Z10 and BB Q10. The former handset has been launched in many countries , but the latter handset has no fixed launch date , as of now. It is to be seen when consumers got to hold QWERTY key-pad ducked BB Q10 in their hands.
BlackBerry Z10 - Specifications and features
The BlackBerry Z10 comes with a 4.2-inch display with resolution of 1280 X 768 pixels, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage ( expandable via micro SD cards), 1.5Ghz Qualcomm Dual Core processor , an 8-mega pixel rear camera with Auto Focus and LED Flash and 2-mega pixels front facing camera, Wi-Fi, 3G, 1800mAh battery and powered by BB 10 OS.
BlackBerry Q10 - Specifications and features
The BlackBerry Q10 is equipped with a 3.1-inch touch screen with a resolution of 720 x 720 pixels, 2GB of RAM, QWERTY Key-Pad , BB 10 OS, 16GB of internal storage , Wi-Fi, 3G, an 8-mega pixel rear camera. 1.5Ghz Qualcomm Dual Core processor, and 2100mAh battery.